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MWCConnection Reacts Survey: Should there be a Group of 6 Playoff?
: Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NCAA. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Mountain West fans and fans across the country. This question was a hot topic last week, as people on both sides of the discussion stated their case. Where do your thoughts lie? […]
What Happened? Utah State scrambles for answers after Idaho State loss, #17 Washington ahead
The ignorant bliss of Week 1. Hope has not yet been lost for many across the college football landscape, as optimism fills the stands for the first time (and for some programs, the last time) in the young season. Some may wish to live in this bliss forever. For Utah State, they sure wish they […]
How Good Are the New Mexico Lobos After Just One Game?
New Mexico began 2026 with real hopes for a championship, but Jack Layne’s season-ending elbow injury left big questions at quarterback. Their dominant 38–7 win in the opener helped ease many of those worries. By Roger Holien | Mountain West Connection One Game Does Not Define a Season One game doesn’t decide an entire season, […]
The Good, the Bad, the Ugly: Week 1
Through week one, we are already starting to have some clarity as to who the top teams in the Group of Six are. North Dakota State has looked dominant through two games, Boise State almost pulled off a massive upset against a National Championship contender, and the Air Force defense looks improved. It is certainly […]
Week One was wild! Boise nearly topples Oregon! CSU dominates Border War! What’s going wrong w/ Hawaii & Utah State? MW/PAC-12 Game of the Week Previews/Predictions! HP Ep. #169 OUT NOW!
Welcome back everyone to the Hike’s Peak Podcast, thank you for coming back to the mountain! I hope everyone enjoyed their first full weekend of college football, I’m certainly excited because we have a lot of storylines to discuss. We’re going over everything from Colorado State reclaiming the Bronze Boot against Wyoming, to Boise State […]
Mountaintop View 9-8-26
A Week 2 playoff game? Boise State vs Memphis has early-season CFP implications After losing in Eugene, although respectably, Boise State returns home for their opener in a game that could very well determine whether the 2026 season is a success or not. Shaun Goodwin of the Idaho Statesman breaks down why. Fresno State’s quarterback […]
MWCConnection Recruiting Roundup 9-7-26. Mountain West September Team Rankings.
It’s another week of the Recruiting Roundup. As the season starts, recruiting did seem to pick up over the past week. This also coincides with high school seasons starting, meaning coaches can watch game film and compare how recruits have improved from last year to this year. Four offers and one verbal commit isn’t much, […]
Mountain West Football Rankings: Week 1. Lobos & Bison dominate; Rainbow Warriors continue to slide.
The college football season is underway, and games are happening every weekend. The rankings are back for another week. Read on to see how this week’s slate of games impacted each team’s status in the MWCConnection Mountain West rankings this week. 1) New Mexico (0) The Lobos turned in a truly dominant effort this weekend, […]
PAC 12 Power Rankings: Week 1
Many of the results weren’t what we were hoping for, but Boise State proved themselves to be legitimate contenders as they went toe-to-toe with the Ducks. Texas State struggled against a far superior Longhorn squad in their first game as a member of the PAC-12, and Fresno State looked like they still have many of […]
PAC 12 Power Rankings: Week 1
Many of the results weren’t what we were hoping for, but Boise State proved themselves to be legitimate contenders as they went toe-to-toe with the Ducks. Texas State struggled against a far superior Longhorn squad in their first game as a member of the PAC-12, and Fresno State looked like they still have many of […]
Mountain West Week 1 Players of the Week: A Pair of Spartans & A Wolf Lead The Way
Week 1 provided the first real look at what the new-look Mountain West could become in 2026. While several teams faced difficult nonconference tests, others used the opening weekend to make early statements. Nevada dominated Western Kentucky, New Mexico rolled past Central Michigan, Air Force shut out Duquesne, North Dakota State continued its impressive transition […]
PAC-12 Players of the Week: Week 1
The first week of the college football season has concluded. It did not go like many of us had hoped; some of this can be attributed to the top teams facing elite competition. However, it was pretty clear that some teams were not who we thought they were, and if things don’t improve in the […]
Mountaintop View 9-7-26. Rams win Border War, Broncos nearly pull off an upset, Rebels get Golden Pineapple, Lobos win big, College Football Playoff
It’s Monday, and we are back at it! Football season is firing on all cylinders, and we have you covered. As always, check out our original coverage and what we can find on the World Wide Web below. Rams win big in Border War It didn’t take long for Jim Mora to get his first […]
“Hopefully That’ll Get More People Excited About Wolf Pack Football” Nevada Starts Season In Fashion With 49-14 Win
For the first time since 2022, Nevada football has started a season 1-0 after a dominant 49-14 win over Western Kentucky. All three phases of the game were clicking, leading to nearly 500 total offensive yards, three sacks and six TFL on the defensive side, and a whole lot of energy in Mackay Stadium. Head […]
FOOTBALL RESULTS MIXED FOR BOTH THE MWC AND PAC-12 IN WEEK 1
Shutouts abound in conference play Boise State looks strong in loss to Oregon North Dakota State knows how to win Week 1 finally has put all the teams into action. Both conferences saw significant action starting Friday. There will be the obvious comparisons between the two of them as the season progresses. Without doubt, the […]
2026 Mountain West Football Week 1 Recap
Week 1 of the 2026 season is in the books, and the Mountain West is already starting to kick into high gear. After this week, we already have a relatively clear idea of who the contenders, mid-pack, and bottom-feeders of this conference will be. Let’s take a look at this teams, how this week went, […]
Analyzing the adventure of adversity & ascension with San Jose State’s big road win
Besides watching a game, every game also leaves behind a blueprint disguised as a full box score; like an infrared version. Most never bother studying it once the final whistle blows. Looking at what San Jose State did in Ypsilanti and the 27-21 win over Eastern Michigan; it’s worth studying because of how the Spartans […]
MWCConnection Reacts Results: Who will win the Pac-12 in 2026?
This post is brought to you by FanDuel, a proud partner of SBNation. Broncos are Pac-12 favorites This week, the vast majority of voters think the Boise State Broncos will finish the season atop the new Pac-12 conference. They carry 60% of the vote in this poll. San Diego State also got a respectable amount, with […]
Hawaii Warriors Weekly Countdown: UNLV
Appetizer Saturday, also known as Week 0, has come and gone and left Hawaii fans with a mixed bag of emotions. A dreadful start, followed by a furious comeback, but ultimately an unfortunate conclusion leaves the Warriors at 0-1 entering an early pivotal conference game. Here are a few things to watch for as Hawaii […]
The Hawai’i Exception: How Week Zero’s Absence May Change Trips To The Island
Sorry to rain on your rainbow, Hawai’i. For college football’s “Week Zero”, the backbone of the bizarre soft launch of the season is usually via the “Hawai’i Exception”. Not familiar? The Hawai’i Exception states that if a team is scheduled to play a regular-season game in Hawai’i, the NCAA will let them start their season […]
2026 Mountain West/PAC-12 All-Name Team
With this being the first full weekend of college football for the Mountain West and PAC-12, it’s time to honor the 52 best names that transferred into the conferences this offseason! From former five star recruits, to 7th year seniors, and everything in between, this list has every journey imaginable, so strap in. There’s a […]
2026 Mountain West Football Week 1 Game Preview & Predictions
We certainly had our fun with the small slate of games in Week 0, but now it’s time for the real fun to begin in Week 1. Nearly every team in college football will receive their first opportunity to prove their worth this weekend, whether it be against a lower-tier opponent that they should demolish […]
Mountaintop View 9-4-2026: Battle For the Bronze Boot
Colorado State is ready for their rivalry game Wyoming has a young receiver that is ready to make some noise Murray previews the position battle for Nevada’s opening games Coach Danielson previews Boise State’s game against the #2 team in the nation Fresno State has a chance at a win that could change the trajectory […]
Lobos Name Four Proven Leaders as Captains for Season Opener against the “Chipps”
Malik Aliane, Jaxton Eck, Brian Booker and Austin Brawley will take New Mexico onto the field to play against Central Michigan. For Saturday night’s season opener against Central Michigan, the New Mexico Lobos have named offensive lineman Malik Aliane, linebacker Jaxton Eck, defensive tackle Brian Booker and safety Austin Brawley as captains. Head coach Jason […]
MW/PAC-12 Depth Chart Tracker App
Welcome to our Mountain West/PAC-12 Depth Chart Tracker App! Here you can find projected and confirmed depth charts for all 18 teams and 2,000+ players across both conferences. Complete with hometowns, measurables, high school ranking, and stats from previous years, this is the top resource for fans out there looking for a full rundown on […]
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